DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNAE DIRECTOR
Part-time
REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2025
Competitive salary
St Mary’s is seeking to appoint a passionate and strategic Development & Alumnae Director from September 2025. The Development & Alumnae Director will take the lead on planning and implementing a fundraising strategy for the school. St Mary’s is unique in being the country’s only Catholic, all girls, full boarding school and our relatively small size (just under 400 pupils) means that our community has a very special quality. Known for excellence in both academic delivery and nurturing pastoral care, St Mary’s is consistently regarded as one of the best schools in the country. The successful candidate will understand and embrace the special character of St Mary’s and who will think creatively and develop a fundraising strategy that reflects the school’s values, ethos and strong sense of community.
The successful candidate will have experience of working with a range of stakeholders to generate support. They will have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships. Their communication and presentation skills will be outstanding, in writing and orally, with the ability to express ideas clearly, persuasively and passionately. They will have the ability to present and represent the school’s fundraising initiatives effectively to different audiences. They will have an understanding of key fundraising principles, including Gift Aid, GDPR compliance and the Code of Fundraising Practice. Ideally, they will have experience of using Raiser’s Edge software or the willingness to learn how to make best use of this software package. They will work collaboratively and respectfully with others and be motivated by delivering projects to an excellent standard.
Please complete the online application form selecting Development & Alumnae Director from the drop-down menu.
https://www.st-marys-ascot.co.uk/recruitmentapplicationform/
A short letter of application addressed to the Headmistress; Mrs Danuta Staunton should be included with your application form. Closing date: 9am on Monday 5 May 2025.
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. Interested applicants are advised to submit their application as early as possible to avoid missing your opportunity to apply. Applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK.
St Mary’s School Ascot is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and social media checks.
